Bal Gangadhar Tilak

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1. When was Bal Gangadhar Tilak born?July 23, 1856
2. When did Bal Gangadhar Tilak die?August 1, 1920 (age 64)
3. Where was Bal Gangadhar Tilak born?Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, India
4. What is the notable works?'The Arctic Home in the Vedas' and 'The Orion'
5. Who was Bal Gangadhar Tilak?He was a brave Indian leader born in 1856 who fought for India’s freedom. He used his sharp mind to write about justice and inspire many people.
6. What is Swaraj and why did Tilak want it?Swaraj means self‑rule or freedom for India. Tilak believed India should be free in politics, culture, and spirit, and that people should take care of their own future.

Swaraj: A fundamental concept advocating for complete self-governance and independence from foreign rule, central to Tilak's political philosophy.
Assertive Nationalism: A political approach characterized by a strong demand for national rights and a willingness to confront colonial powers directly.
Grassroots Mobilization: The process of organizing and engaging ordinary people at the local level to achieve a common political or social goal.
Colonial Rule: The practice of one country establishing political control over another territory and its people.